Chapter 17
Daniel walked down the dimly lit street, senses straining for any sign of dark power. Behind him lay the house he shared with Sarah and Mary. Once again Josef had joined them to allow Sarah to at least gain some sleep, although Daniel suspected she’d be sleeping lightly, if she slept at all.
He stopped and frowned as he felt… something… brush against his senses. It was slight enough that he nearly dismissed it, but something about it felt almost familiar. He focused, pushing his senses even harder, and narrowed down the direction. His heart sank as he realised it came from directly behind him… which put it near the house he’d just left.
He span round, and started to run. There was something ahead, but it was hard to make out. As he drew nearer he recognised the darknes
